132 | Of Truths and Impressions (Part 1)

"Let's hear it again for the new sensation of Seorabeol, one of our very own courtesans!" Nari squeezed Soo-Ah's shoulders before sitting down near the woman and ceding her place to Hanna. All the girls, alongside Soo-Ah and the matrons, were in the assembly room, sparing no thoughts about breakfast this morning. Snooping in, the servants were also giddy behind the doors leading to the kitchen. 

Around the table, where the food still awaited untouched, were cheers and nods given at the one who simply sat down, looking timidly at her sisters and smiling back.

The previous night, at the upper-class event the attended Soo-Ah received prolonged ovations from all the noble guests for her heartfelt and genuine performance. She was a novelty, one that stood out at her first appearance, and enchanted everyone with her presence. It was only natural she would make such an impression.